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Rats help save humans.

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Long before CAT scans, X-rays, blood samples and colonoscopies, physicians used the good sense they were born with: their sense of smell. Rats help save humans. originally appeared on 4 The Love of Animals on April 25, 2010. That’s because bacterias, cancers and infections create unique smells. Liver disease?

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Guest Post: Cancer in Cats

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You would like to think that cats would get a pass on this particular disease, but that’s not the case. Cats are also vulnerable to a large variety of diseases including lung and skin cancer. The bottom line is, if you suspect your cat of having something wrong with her, go see your vet. It is being attacked from within.

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Why Did The National Audubon Society End Their Contract With Ted Williams?

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On 14 March, 2013, the Orlando Sentinel published an opinion piece by Ted Williams under the headline “Trap, neuter, return programs make feral-cat problem worse.” Then he gave a couple of alternative solutions to the feral cat problem: There are two effective, humane alternatives to the cat hell of TNR.

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What is the State Bird of Florida?

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Think as a human you are immune? Mockingbirds will also defend their territories against dogs, cats, and people, and may even be able to recognize specific intruders before going at them, as this Guardian article demonstrates. Unfortunately, Northern Mockingbirds are declining across the country, falling almost 20% from 1966 to 2010.

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Going Green is Always in Fashion

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- National Contest Invites Cat Owners to Create “It” Handbag of the Season -. LOUIS, March 29, 2010 – To celebrate Earth Day and the millions of cat owners across the country who make good green choices for their cats, home and environment all year-round, Yesterday’s News® brand cat litter is announcing the Do-Gooder Design Challenge.

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Pet Photography 101 Giveaway

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We recently got a chance to check out a great new book called Pet Photography 101: Tips for taking better photos of your dog or cat ! And of course, there are plenty of fun photos of cats and dogs in the book as well! If you want a chance to win, just leave a comment on this post before midnight (MST) on Wed February 24, 2010.

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Lucky Me!

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Told from the point-of-view of Rocky, an absolutely adorable rescued pug, this book will show children what it feels like to be a pet without a home; what the inside of a Humane Society looks like; ways to make sure your new pet feels at home, right away; and how animals tell us what they like and what they don’t.

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